Traveling Loader Operator

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. is seeking a dependable Loader Operator to support operations at two concrete plant locations: MCI Airport Concrete Plant in Kansas City, MO and Lawrence Concrete Plant in Lawrence, KS.

The role requires operating a front-end loader, stocking aggregates, and assisting daily concrete production while traveling between sites as needed. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of heavy equipment experience, strong safety focus, and the ability to read construction plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Willingness to travel between MCI Airport and Lawrence plant locations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a front-end loader in a concrete plant environment.
• Maintain aggregate stockpiles and load material into bins, hoppers, and trucks.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Report maintenance and repair needs promptly.
• Assist with plant operations, housekeeping, and material management.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with plant personnel and truck drivers.
• Support production needs at both plant locations.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-focused

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emery Sapp & Sons is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Loader Operator to support operations at two concrete plant locations: the MCI Airport Concrete Plant in Kansas City, MO and the Lawrence Concrete Plant in Lawrence, KS. This position is responsible for operating a front-end loader to move, stockpile, and load aggregate materials while supporting daily concrete production. The ideal candidate will have experience operating heavy equipment, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to travel between the MCI Airport and Lawrence plant locations as operational needs require.

Location & Travel

Primary work locations are: MCI Airport Concrete Plant (Kansas City, MO) Lawrence Concrete Plant (Lawrence, KS). This position regularly works between both plant locations. Reliable transportation is required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate a front-end loader in a concrete plant environment.
• Maintain aggregate stockpiles and load material into bins, hoppers, and trucks.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections.
• Report maintenance and repair needs promptly.
• Assist with plant operations, housekeeping, and material management.
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with plant personnel and truck drivers.
• Support production needs at both the MCI Airport and Lawrence concrete plants.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Vocational training in heavy equipment operation preferred;
• 2+ years of experience operating heavy equipment, with experience in a construction setting preferred;
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications;
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences;
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to analyze project data and identify trends and opportunities for improvement;
• Experience with government contracts and compliance is a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. (ESS) is all about owning what we do from start to finish. We’re a 100% employee-owned multi-faceted contractor who thrives on delivering complex heavy civil projects by developing innovative infrastructure solutions. Our growing team of employee-owners are experts in grading, excavation, underground utilities, bridge construction, asphalt paving, concrete paving, and pavement preservation.